#026 – Building a Mission-Driven Company with Reuben Pressman of Presence

In this episode of the NDHackers podcast, Cortland interviews Ruben Pressman, the founder of Presence, a tech company focused on enhancing student engagement and data collection in educational institutions. Ruben shares his journey from a young programmer to a successful entrepreneur, the challenges he faced, the importance of understanding market needs, and how he balanced passion with viability in building his startup. He emphasizes the significance of data in education, the need for effective problem-solving in student affairs, and the power of networking in boosting entrepreneurial success